The Corps argues that the arms embargo against Israel does not discriminate against US ships or any other country.

Spanish First Vice President and Minister of Economy Carlos Cuerpo defended Spain's policy regarding the prohibition of arms-carrying vessels heading to Israel passing through national waters and ports. Speaking on October 15 in Madrid, Cuerpo stated that the restriction does not constitute a discriminatory measure against the ships of any state, including the United States.

The policy enforces a strict veto on the traffic of military weapons through Spanish territory and territorial waters toward the conflict in Israel. The government's stance has been a point of international and domestic discussion regarding maritime logistics and trade policy restrictions tied to the ongoing Middle East conflict.